Vision Statement

The Evanston Public Library Board of Trustees envisions a community in which the Library engages all residents in reaching their aspirations.

The Library’s staff, collections, programs, technology and leadership help ensure:

That every Evanston resident has the opportunity to enjoy an intellectually and culturally rich life

That every child enters school with the requisite developmental skills and continues to develop critical thinking and literacy skills including reading and functional literacy

That every child experiences the pleasure of reading and the joy of learning

That our community celebrates, appreciates and supports its diversity

That those in need can find assistance and information with ease

That every resident experiences the pleasure of reading and the joy of lifelong learning

Mission Statement

Evanston Public Library aims to be the heart of the community by promoting the development of independent, self-confident, and literate citizens by providing open access to cultural, intellectual, technological and, informational resources.